First Time Truck Camping with my 3 Month Old Puppy

Hey folks! This past week, I brought my new puppy, Kaya, with me on her first camping trip and I'm so excited to share the experience with y'all. It went very well overall and I think she's certainly on her way to becoming the perfect adventure companion.

[@noelybarra1769]

My baby just went to heaven about a month ago, cherish every moment

[@ernestomarquez6655]

My boy buddy passed August 11th 2023. I miss him everyday. My little yellow cockapoo

[@janetspillman3089]

Me too, so so sad. Am getting a puppy in a week.

[@jsinovich22]

Get that baby a blanket for the backseat!! Get her all cozy for those truck rides

[@L_B_M_LandDownUnder]

I have zero issues if you film Kaya a lot, dogs are the best 🥰

[@jeffwinget4065]

One thing that's worked well for us while camping is tying a rope between 2 trees about 4-5' in the air, then tethering them to that rope. Minimizes tangles and gives them a good run if the trees are far apart. Ground ties will ALWAYS tangle in sticks, picnic tables, your feet, camp chairs, etc. Kaya looks like she's having a blast!

[@chilidog73]

He could just use the new lead between 2 trees and then tether the regular leash to it.

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

We put an apple airpod on our corgi and a spiked collar and let her wander. lol

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

airtag *

[@jacquieharrington7200]

Could do this in the back of the truck .. tie a rope between the hooks above each window and tether a short leash to it. Doggie can go between each window, lay down, stay in the back, and when you open the back door .. dog stays in car without barging out. We do tethering when transporting rescue dogs who do not understand traveling from i.e. Texas to Maine to be rescued and given a chance would bolt.

[@sylviau7901]

Tessa had her chance😂Looks like Kaya is your new camping buddy. She has beautiful markings and is too cute🎀You make a great Dad.

[@SharonBlair-p2d]

Hi Jonathon..l just discovered you and your beautiful little puppy..nothing beats a dog...best company..and l will just watch Kaya take over

[@jacquieharrington7200]

Just a note from an individual who transported dogs (and other pets) and volunteered for a dog rescue organization transporting dogs across the USA for 5+ years .. do not feed dogs, especially puppies, food or treats during rides .. tummies and bowels can be sensitive and will either vomit or have diarrhea or both. Have cleaning products handy. Even have a light breakfast and make sure both #1 and #2 are done before traveling. Also, make sure to get a doggie first aid kit. Blessings for a happy adventure.

[@franny5295]

This applies to my 7 year old son too...

[@BarbaraMelanson-e4y]

Kaya is so well trained on down and stay and she is attached to you. I think she like the other girl, a lot!! Kaya's coloring is beautiful and no problem here seeing her more!!

[@rebeccavencel9936]

You need to replace your batteries in your smoke alarm. It will let you know when your pizza is done.😂 Cute fur baby!

[@junknapper]

I know Forestry sure loves Rocko and I love seeing her with him climbing the mountains. She's a Jack Russel and a live wire also. You can find tangle free rods to screw in the ground for short leashes when in limited space.

[@jkujat75]

Im so happy for you Johnny. Every boy needs a dog! I wish you many years of happiness together.

[@timthompson8297]

No, not everybody should have pets, just like many people shouldn’t have children.

[@lory733]

Kaya is absolutely adorable. I love her floppy ears. I am glad you are getting her out camping early to get her used to it. I can't wait to see her grow and have fun hiking and camping with you. I had no idea campgrounds did not allow dogs, I guess we have been lucky. I could not tell how you buckle her up, but you can buy her a strap that attaches to her collar and then clips into the seatbelt.

[@guyverfanboy]

Awww, Kaya is a super cute pup.

[@scflute]

She is so adorable. 🥰

[@amirgonefishin]

I'm glad you have such a cute companion! Be mindful of the fleas and ticks in the woods.

[@Fogelmiser]

Aw. She loves it out there too! You found the perfect adventure buddy.

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

When we went camping with our corgi mix, we put a spiked collar for birds of prey and coyotes. Also a apple airtag for when she wandered off. Probably cheaper dog trackers but we had an extra.😉

[@mokihaname]

She's so adorable. I just got to say it, watch out for those fleas and ticks especially going camping they just love our pets.

[@lucillehjort971]

She is a beautiful pup. You will have a lot of fun training her. She's adorable.

[@randyrowett7998]

Such a cute puppy. A nice camping experience. Great video, Jonathan.

[@nancycarden2469]

What an adorable puppy. Glad you are keeping her on the leash and working with her. It just takes time. And i would always love to see lots of Kaya. She is gonna be such a great companion.

[@judyzwemke9305]

Welcome to fatherhood! The struggles are real!

[@just.j5302]

Those ears! 💖🤣🤣 I 💖 the way she talks to you! And you got some side eye 🙄😉👍🐾🐾🦴💖

[@maryk790]

Shes part of your guyes family now So she should be in the videos I think its GREAT

[@sabrinascalvini4080]

Kaya is so cute. Great addition to the family.

[@mariagautier5956]

Beautiful dog Kaya is so cute! She was having a blast running on the trails, going in the water, enjoying her new camping life with you! You can train her to just walk with you on the trails eventually. A comfy dog bed for her to lay on in the back seat would be nice for her with a snack and a toy. I enjoyed your video with beautiful Kaya and look forward to more camping videos with Kaya❤

[@wallbanger6248]

She’s such a cute puppy

[@RM_Garage]

We just got a new dog too. So enjoyable to watch this, can't wait to camp with my pup this summer.

[@marcl5048]

That puppy has a lot of energy. Gonna keep you moving!

[@charlenevidal5165]

You need a blanket for the dog. When the blanket or mat is out the dog will settle down and sleep. Also a few chew bones and toys will keep him occupied. Also you can get a part leash extension the clips right into the seat belt. Your dog is a cutie. Very smart. The dog that I currently have is the only dog that will travel in the car. But she will sit quietly on a patio outside. We have lots of pet friendly patio restaurants - breweries. Enjoy enjoy. Make many memories with your fur baby.

[@MegaSusanc]

Awesome as always, Jonathan. Beautiful Kaya, congrats on the new puppy she's adorable. Thank you for sharing. GOD BLESS YOU KEEP ADVENTURING

[@grandcolorado05]

Hey Johnathon, what a cool and cute puppy that's just what you needed a companion who will give you unconditional love on your outings.

[@p-dub22]

Congrats on the new addition, she is adorable and full or energy.

[@gerbearjones6056]

She is adorable

[@sharonsegal9784]

Love Kaya She is adorable!

[@margehernandez9902]

Kaya is so adorable!!

[@chickiepup]

Hi Jonathan so glad you adopted a puppy.

[@ErinLogan-gs5ki]

I agree that you should do what's considered a dog run. There's a lot more freedom in that than for Kaya to ALWAYS getting snagged on tables, and so forth and so on. She is very adorable but very rambunctious ❤❤

[@ernestomarquez6655]

Awesome addition.

[@Marlene-hc8zi]

Beautiful puppy, very active he will behave when older, sweet little guy

[@ritabock6066]

Great video Jonathan!! Loved it. Puppy did great ❤ it is a lot of work when they’re small they have soooo much energy but trust me time goes very fast and you will be surprised how fast they learn, enjoy her please and keep showing her in your videos 🐾🐾🐾❤️❤️

[@dmotta2811]

Her ears are so cute!

[@Sirshackleton]

Your little girl is adorable and she will give you years of love and companionship!❤😊

[@sharonb.9128]

Great video. We always use a car seat harness like you. Ever since I made a sudden stop after a knucklehead cut me off and my pup went crashing into the front seat,then the floor, he wears a harness. Don’t worry about filming perfect videos, this is your story to tell, however you can. Believe it or not, learning how to walk your dog is one of the hardest. Dogs learning the proper way to walk beside you on leash, with all its parts like to stop, stay or sit means when you practice those off leash they get it. They won’t wander too far off and most importantly, they come when called.

[@deniseroberts460]

Totally enjoyed that adventure!❤️

[@carolynvines2027]

I don't even know what your channel is about. Kaya is the only reason you ended up on my radar. 😄😍 Oooo..... you did still get some great footage of the deer though. I guess Kaya was sleeping. 😅 Awwwwe.... she's so sweet when she winds down, and always cute at every energy level. 😊

[@suebenson6537]

Love those ears!! ❤

[@rodcain4947]

As soon as you busted out the dog run I laughed....all of us dog owners have experienced the same.lol.great memories..I would recommend letting her run.i know it's scary but the younger she learns the better..it's definitely a learning curve for both but I've found it to be easiest when they are young.thats just my experience though.im sure many would argue.love love love the new addition!

[@vickilee2185]

What beautiful examples of the wildlife. So much time and work to train this pup. It will be worth it for both of you. Blessings to you all.

[@bevr2164]

We have. Enjoyed lots of food cooked in our camper oven by putting a bread stone in there to protect food from burning. It works well!

[@chrissys9968]

Hi Tessa Good to see You again, hi Katrina nice to meet You. And Kaya is Your typical puppy glad Your pizza was still edible and no fire. Bye Aloha and GOD BLESS You Girls. Goodnight Johnathan & Kaya Goodmorning. Safe Journeys as Always Aloha & GOD BLESS You & Jaya too. See You on the next one Bye Kaya 🥰⚘⚘⚘⚘

[@chickiepup]

Kaya is sooo sweet, put a dog bed and get soon to be favorite blanket in the back or front

[@xstanadu]

Jonathon ~ you’ve added a whole new meaning of FUN & ADVENTURE with Kaia . She is the sweetest and most cute little girl OMG . She’s blessed to have found her Happy home with you n Tessa … you have jus the right elements of being a new pup dad . You’re gonna Love her …. She is a fast learner I see and her puppy sleeps / naps are so cute . Moving forward she will be even more adjusted to all the new FUN she will bring to your life . I do suggest a puppy bed for your back seat for her or a pup seat that she’ll adjust to ENJOY her …. She seems to have a HAPPY personality full of Love . I’m very Happy you’ve brought her into your life’s adventures 🐶😄 ( and yes I am a dog / puppy lover ) she IS a SPECIAL one ! It shows ! Enjoy her 🐶😇😄

[@mspuddin931]

Good luck with your puppy 😂 you’re gonna need it!

[@JonathanYentch]

Godspeed eh?

[@pamelacook3700]

oh my gosh she is so cute

[@ReneeWalker69]

I bought a collar lead that goes from the collar to the seatbelt and it’s probably 18 inches but it keeps the dog in the backseat and it also keeps them safe real easy. You just unbuckle it like a seatbelt.

[@garywilkus7495]

I am happy for you!! BOTH!

[@daneboro6847]

Cute little feisty puppy 🐶

[@jenlown4640]

Cute puppy

[@tippyjo5850]

Jonathan you are doing an amazing job with your new puppy

[@mjablonicky3824]

Congratulations on the puppy. Our lab doesn't have any set time for feeding. He was the same way. We leave a daily amount of food in his bowl at all times. By the end of the day, it is usually gone. Invest in a pizza stone to leave in the oven. I place mine under the rack. Does a great job of distributing the heat in the oven when using it.

[@rhonak7548]

Her ears flopping around is so cute 😍 she is gonna love her camping adventures with you 🐾 🐾 ⛺️

[@tayyymonet]

yay! I hope to see Kaya become a camping doggo

[@crisbot666]

Nice Pizza crust good work lol. Actually I have a fix I use in our similar camper oven. Put some aluminum foil on the bottom rack below the pizza. This will allow the heat to diffuse and cook evenly. Also this will catch dripping cheese as a added bonus. I usually just leave it in there and swap it out once it gets dirty. Cheers!

[@JonathanYentch]

I will definitely be implementing this in my camper, thanks for the tip!

[@rtyria]

@@JonathanYentch I've also heard of people putting pizza stones in their camper ovens. Preheat the pizza stone, put the pizza on it and then turn the oven off. The stone is hot enough to cook the pizza and you don't have to worry about burning your camper down.

[@JonnyDIY]

Most people put pizza stones in there rv ovens on the lower rack and it really evens out the uneven hearing when cooking

[@lovinglife4962]

🙋🏽‍♀️everyone so great to see everyone 🫶🏽stand strong in her training 👍🏽👍🏽

[@RogelioOAguilar]

lol, the no dogs rule is for most national parks too. Texas state parks allow dogs mostly. That makes me always get the state parks pass instead of the national. Because I don’t want to leave my dog when camping. ⛺️

[@raisethe3]

You got so great close up shots of the deer!

[@caveredecorator5310]

kaya is wonderful. setting up a trolly system is great for containing and avoiding tangling. especially if you incorporate a retractable leash.

[@kmfishbiologist]

What a cutie. You probably know but if you bring some toys and redirect that biting, bet she’ll catch on quickly and get some energy out orally :) puppies are soooooo tough. Good luck!

[@barbkugler7568]

Love the dog in the video ! Please don't apologize for Kaya as she is adorable.

[@laurenweisse9858]

She is a handful!!!but totally Adorable!!!!!

[@laurenweisse9858]

Got some chuckles out this content!!!! Lots of personality your pup has!!!

[@4LiBa]

Those ears! 😍

[@americaneaglenews]

She is beautiful

[@evanyo3360]

Been watching your videos for a couple years now, Kaya is super cute! I remember the excitement of getting my pup (she's a year and a half now) Just PLEASE be careful until she's fully vaccinated, Ive seen multiple friends loose their puppies to parvovirus from taking them out at a young age.

[@Nolgore]

Dog hammock for back seat is a gamechanger

[@abigailsteeves9792]

Ruffware makes a really great dog tie out that goes between two tree or objects suspended and then you just clip them to the line with their dog leash. It eliminates so much of the headache of them getting tangled in everything. Our dogs are 8 and 9 and they never stopped getting wrapped up in stuff lol.

[@JonathanYentch]

Oh I’ve actually seen those. That is a great idea, I’ll have to get one!

[@lucasrichardson2003]

@@JonathanYentchNite Ize also makes some sick dog lights for collars so you can see your pup at night.

[@JonnyDIY]

Just lost my pup of 13 years this morning, she went to the great big dog heaven in the sky 💕🐶🐾 PS- nice you had lots of company on this one Kaya, Tess n Kat 🤙

[@JonathanYentch]

I’m sorry to hear that man. Hope you’re holding up okay. 🙁 I was in good company most definitely. Take care!

[@JonnyDIY]

@@JonathanYentch Thanks Jonathan

[@mikeanslave1797]

When we were camping and had a dog all I had to say was go camping my dog would go crazy ready to go.

[@coleengoodell7523]

Not sure if you are using a crate when you are home or not. It is a great safety and training tool. Many breeds of dogs can not be left home alone, especially when they are young. They will tear the place apart when you're gone or when you're sleeping. Pet stores also have water bottles that you can attach to the crates, so no need to worry that your fur baby isn't getting the water she may need. They learn quickly not to drink too much and then have to pee when in the crate. I also noticed that crate training lets your companion know that you are in charge and they are not. They learn that and also learn self control. My Aussi used her crate once she was older much like a den when I wasn't home. It had her favorite blanket and toys in it and she felt safe, comfortable, liked it and would sleep in it even with the door open.

[@mist3rwang]

Need the seat covers for sure. lol

[@DoreenGregory-sj3df]

Those puppies are soooo much wrk but totally worth it.

[@jameskim62]

VERY NICE !!! SPENDING QUALITY TIME WITH YOUR DOG !!!!!!!

[@GregHorak]

Got to get the dog ice cream they sell at grocery stores. My dog used to love the peanut butter flavor one. It should be in the frozen food section.

[@valeriefrench9405]

She’s beautiful

[@lipsticklodge7526]

Love her ears!

[@HeyHollyYoo]

Kaya is sooo cute! I love her floppy ears!! I would also recommend to get a duvet cover so in case she has an accident in your bed, it's easier to wash, or brings in dirt from all your adventures, etc! This was a life saver for when I had Archie along on my adventures, because he got dirty everyday and slept with me in the bed too

[@dianestoltz8502]

Great video ! This is adding a great dimension to your videos😊

[@dianestoltz8502]

Very nice park ranger !

[@cherisparkle]

She's a cutie! My son and daughter have both just adopted puppies. Both are around 3 months old. Very cute and lots of work. But so worth it! Love the puppy content!

[@dawnpatterson7005]

💖💖 hey babe, cute video and I’m glad you have your puppy to keep you busy and not alone. Few things I want to touch on as a mama lol didn’t hear your smoke alarm going off so hope you get a battery for that. It’s so important now that you’re with another life to take care of and yourself. And you’re gonna need a nice little doggie bed to put on the corner of your couch, so your dog does not mess up that vintage look or start stinking up the place because as you know, dogs and puppies can leave odors on your material. And when teaching your puppy commands, try to use the same words when you are commanding your puppy on individual things. I noticed you were using a lot of different words and dogs, understand short into the point words on what you want them to do. For instance, no, jumping should be used constantly or when you want them to come do you use the word come only. And always always Let them know they have done a good job and give them pride in themselves by obeying your commands. Your puppy is that a crucial points and the biggest time for teaching them what you want them to do. Good luck to you and your cute as a button, stay safe and get that smoke alarm fixed lol.

[@kimkrebs451]

Enjoy camping with your dog. We started last season with 3 dogs and ended with 1. We are starting the season with 1 dog. Enjoy camping!!

[@ronaldwarren5220]

Great vid

[@aidamarti1613]

She is so pretty . Nice company....

[@francesgordon3178]

You might want to invest in a dog proof seat cover. Accidents do happen😏😏

[@AceIfHearts]

First time watching you. I follow someone who takes his dog with him. He does it in New Zealand. He doesn't do the whole video on his dog but everyone enjoys seeing his dog on the camping trip.

[@imantulen]

I know who that is - Tony / AB Camping... He goes camping with a Border Collie...

[@imantulen]

Another one is Outdoor Life and Craft, where he found the puppy while camping...

[@stephanieholemam9197]

Love it❤️😊❤️

[@Jay-is2jy]

Look into one of those rear seat covers for dogs that allow you to attach to the front seat headrests

[@nancycain4434]

Kaya is adorable.Your doing a great job with her. I had my dog up in the North Coast mountain range between Seaside and portland. On the logging roads and she ended up with six ticks on her. And I found one on me. So you might want to check her for ticks when you get her out of the woods. Safe travels Jonathan and Kaya

[@farcuf]

I really hope you train that puppy well. It's so important! And please talk to the dog like it's a dog not a child. Less words more clarity. You are the pack leader. The dog really needs that.

[@kevinhh19]

Love the new content. Keep it up!